Jones Lang LaSalle will focus specifically on serving as CTA’s real estate broker, securing concessions at CTA stations and increasing efforts to establish transit-oriented development across the CTA system. The outsourcing of real estate management responsibilities will help to improve operational efficiencies and enhance revenue opportunities for the agency.

“Improving service for our customers goes beyond buying new buses and rail cars. It is also about providing value-added services that make transit a true convenience in every aspect and strengthen CTA’s relationships with the communities it serves,” said CTA President Ron Huberman.

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas (Illinois) LP (JLL) is a financial and professional services company specializing in real estate.

The AV passenger shuttle will run a fixed-route stopping at designated stops within an office park. The pilot will begin with two vehicles — each with a customer service agent onboard for passenger questions and information.